Ford remote start systems?
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Forum Name: Car Security and Convenience
Forum Discription: Car Alarms, Keyless Entries, Remote Starters, Immobilizer Bypasses, Sensors, Door Locks, Window Modules, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats, etc.
URL: https://www.the12volt.com/installbay/forum_posts.asp?tid=73929
Printed Date: May 29, 2024 at 2:35 AM
Topic: Ford remote start systems?
Posted By: mville656
Subject: Ford remote start systems?
Date Posted: March 04, 2006 at 8:34 PM
I am interested in installing a remote starter in my 2006 Ford Five Hundred. I was considering using the Ford Silver system because I don't need an alarm. What my question is...Do you still need to "tap" into the door lock wiring or does the Ford system use the existing keyless entry? In otherwords can I just program the new Ford key fobs the same way you would program a replacement or will I have to do a complete install and splice some door lock wires? Thanks, Mike
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Posted By: KarTuneMan
Date Posted: March 05, 2006 at 1:45 AM
The "OE" stuff might be a tad bit easier to install........butone thing I guarantee you won't like. The range! It should be "plug and play" BUT....might not be! Get a unit with some range. Thre are plenty to choose from https://www.directechs.com/directwire/wire_body.asp?action=select&yr=6138&product=Remote%20Start -------------
Posted By: Fastlearner
Date Posted: March 05, 2006 at 2:35 AM
see how far your keyless will go. decide if your happy with that distance. If not get an aftermarket.
Posted By: mobilecustoms
Date Posted: March 05, 2006 at 7:07 AM
Ford makes a powercode code alarm system. It comes in gold, silver and bronze. It is made by code alarm so.. its not that great. I like the DEI stuff. The range on the Ford is about 500 feet. It is a very expensive system. You are better off going to Best Buy or circuit city and getrting a viper 130 or something. I dont think it is worth the money.
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Posted By: Velocity Motors
Date Posted: March 05, 2006 at 10:11 AM
To add to this, it's not just a plug and play either. There are about 50 wires to hook up on the OEM remote starter's/keyless entry/security systems.
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Jeff
Velocity Custom Home Theater
Mobile Audio/Video Specialist
Morden, Manitoba CANADA
Posted By: john ogrady
Date Posted: March 05, 2006 at 9:34 PM
I did an install of remote car starter in a 05 Ford Five Hundred.I used an aftermarket and i tapped in the lock and unlock wires.I did research the Ford and their is a lot more to the install.
Posted By: mville656
Date Posted: March 05, 2006 at 9:40 PM
Thanks everyone I think you helped my decision. I have decided to go with something other that the Ford system. I'm sure everyone has their personal preferences but I am open for suggestions on brands/models. I don't want an alarm, but a small 2 way would be nice. I don't like the big LCD screens that some come with. I was looking at the Audiovox PRO 900 or the APS 786T. Before anyone yells, I know that the 786T has an alarm, but I was not intending on using it. Any feedback on those two models or does anyone have anything similar they suggest? Thanks,Mike
Posted By: mobilecustoms
Date Posted: March 06, 2006 at 4:52 PM
i like the dei viper 591- just keyless and start
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Posted By: john ogrady
Date Posted: March 06, 2006 at 7:51 PM
The Audiovox 786T is a combo unit remotestart/alarm.I would use the Audiovox 686T which is just a remote start with lots of options like illuminated entry and horn alert for the remote start signal.The letter " T " on the Audiovox model means it has a telematics port.You can get a satellite module which plugs into the remote start module and allows you to unlock the doors and activate your remote start from any telephone.There is also no monthly fees with module also.
Posted By: mville656
Date Posted: March 06, 2006 at 11:59 PM
What other parts am I going to need to override the factory transponder? I think I have decided on the Audiovox 686 Mike
Posted By: mobilecustoms
Date Posted: March 07, 2006 at 7:25 AM
a bypass for the key thats it and maybe a relay or two
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Posted By: xtremej
Date Posted: March 07, 2006 at 12:16 PM
pkf3 from bypasskits.com, easy....Transponder bypass..
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Posted By: john ogrady
Date Posted: March 07, 2006 at 7:21 PM
Trilogix has not quite got the software up to date on the PKF-3 for the 2006 Five Hundred use PKU-F2 by-pass unit.
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